2010 BMW 123 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 123 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 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 123 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 123 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
