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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster 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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2993 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
