2004 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 8 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), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 280 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 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |