1996 BMW 540 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 540 | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |