2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1803 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |