2011 Honda Accord vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
Because 2006 BMW 523 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 2006 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Accord | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 523 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
