2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 255 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 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 2011 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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
