2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 57 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 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 2013 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 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |