2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 921 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 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
