2003 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 659 kg more than 2010 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X5 2010 Honda CR-V
Make BMW Honda
Model X5 CR-V
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2195 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.3 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 58 L