2001 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1074 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
