2007 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 120 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
