2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 328 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
