2004 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Honda Civic

To start off, both 2004 BMW 330 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 298 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 330 2004 Honda Civic
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 Civic
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 155 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1192 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L