1999 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1096 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
