2010 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 44 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 120 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
