2001 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 886 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |