2001 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
