2011 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW X6 2008 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model X6 Accord
Year Released 2011 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4400 cc 2202 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 480 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 779 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Diesel
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2615 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4879 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1984 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1689 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2934 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 65 L


 

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