2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |