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 273 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 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 734 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Convertible | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
