2000 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | X6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
