2003 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2003 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 520 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
