2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 338 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 2010 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |