2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |