2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2360 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |