2010 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW X6 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |