2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |