2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |