2005 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
