2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 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 Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 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 Z3. 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 Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z3 | 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 | 167 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |