2003 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 BMW 320 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 2003 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1802 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
