2001 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 118 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |