2000 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
Because 2000 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |