2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.

Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2011 Honda CR-V
Make BMW Honda
Model 330 CR-V
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1556 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 58 L


 

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