2006 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Crosstour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |