2010 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 292 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 120 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4935 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |