2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
