2010 Honda Accord vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |