2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 325 (250 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 188 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |