2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 155 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 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, 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 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |