2002 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 2002 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |