2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 581 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
