2009 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 147 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 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |