2006 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 573 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 2006 BMW 650 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 650. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 650 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |