2007 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
