2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | X1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 61 L |