1996 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1996 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |