2009 BMW X6 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
