2003 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 BMW X3.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 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, 2003 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
