2004 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. 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 126 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 241 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 330 (300 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |