2008 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 429 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.
Because 2008 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1096 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
