2007 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
