2009 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 535 weights approximately 250 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 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 535 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
