2010 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 118 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
