1998 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
