2006 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |