2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |