2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 325. 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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
