1992 BMW 540 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 195 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 540 | Crosstour |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |