1992 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
