2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 750

To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.

Because 2011 BMW 750 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 2011 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2011 BMW 750
Make Honda BMW
Model Civic 750
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1802 cc 4400 cc
Horse Power 113 HP 455 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 697 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3071 mm
Fuel Consumption 6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 82 L


 

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