2010 Honda Civic vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1219 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
