2004 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 524 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
