2006 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |
