2006 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (300 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
