2001 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 769 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
