1996 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2013 BMW X6 M has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | X6 M |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4876 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |