2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1420 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |