2007 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 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 X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
