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 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 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 648 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM). 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
