2008 BMW 116 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,799 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 116 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
