2001 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 155 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 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 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 M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 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 M3 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 355 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 | 5.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |