2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 380 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 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
