2008 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 120 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 2008 BMW 120. 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 120 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1275 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
