2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |