1996 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 91 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 1996 BMW 528. 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
