2004 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 535 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |