2002 BMW 332 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 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 43 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 332 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |