2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 168 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | CR-V | 125 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |