2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | CR-V | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
