2001 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |