1996 BMW 540 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 540 (440 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 540 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |