2004 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
