2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
