2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |