2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |