2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
