2011 Honda Accord vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Accord | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 330 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |