2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 4,619 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 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, 2008 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1797 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 2180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
