2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 406 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 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |