2006 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 325 | Crosstour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |