2006 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2006 BMW 320 and 2006 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
