2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 2 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), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 313 kg more than 2011 BMW 528.
Because 2011 BMW 528 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 528 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
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 | 198 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |