2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 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. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
