2008 Acura CSX vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX.
Because 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura CSX | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | CSX | 116 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1752 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
