1994 Honda CRX vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1994 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | CRX | X5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
