2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 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) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
