2006 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
