2000 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2000 BMW 320 and 2000 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2000 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW 320 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |