2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 361 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Alpina | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |