2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 BMW 523.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | CR-V | 523 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |