2006 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2353 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
