2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |