2001 BMW M vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M 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 125 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V. 2000 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 BMW M | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |