2004 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |