2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | HR-V | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |