2006 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 BMW 535.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
