2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 188 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |