2012 Honda Civic vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 175 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 2007 BMW 325 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 2007 BMW 325. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | 325 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas (CNG) | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1495 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
