2007 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 320 (330 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2004 Honda Civic
Make BMW Honda
Model 320 Civic
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 149 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1154 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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