2007 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 745 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
