2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 673 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
