2009 BMW X6 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City 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 206 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda City. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda City has manual transmission. 2003 Honda City 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 | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X6 | City |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
