1998 BMW 845 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 845. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 845 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |