2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 418 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |