2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
