2003 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 994 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
