2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 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 Convertible (490 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Convertible | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |