2012 BMW X1 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X1 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X1 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
