2008 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
