Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series | Honda Civic | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 335 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1300 |
1.3L I4 Hybrid OHC-2v 110 hp@6000 123 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 106.3 in | 10.6 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 176.7 in | 16.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 69.0 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 56.5 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4365 lb. | 2904 lb. | 1461 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.7 in | 4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.2 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 37.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 52.4 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.0 in | -51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 34.6 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 5-Series.
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |