1990 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW M3 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |