2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 325 (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
