2009 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1247 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Civic | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |