2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 909 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 X6 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 X6 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2013 BMW X6 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 X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
