2006 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. 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 550 (488 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |