1999 Honda Civic vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
