2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 BMW 330 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 330. 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 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |