2006 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |