1996 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 473 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CR-V | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | CR-V | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
