2008 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
