2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 561 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 2013 BMW X1 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 X1 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 X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 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 X1 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | X1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |