2009 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 550 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
