2006 Honda Civic vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
