2012 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 328 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4536 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |