2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 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 | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |