1999 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |