1996 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 855 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.
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 X5 (576 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | CR-V | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8 | 17 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
