2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1668 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
