2006 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 809 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 45 L |
