2010 Honda Civic vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Civic | X3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4458 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
