2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
