2004 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2004 BMW M6 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2004 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |