2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 770 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
