2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 335 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 156 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |