2012 BMW X6 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X6 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
