2011 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW X3 2005 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model X3 Accord
Year Released 2011 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1915 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4648 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1882 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1661 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2807 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 65 L


 

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