2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 940 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 X5 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 X5 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 X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |