2011 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 528 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 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 528. (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 528 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 528 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |