2006 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
