2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |