2007 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1536 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 |