2008 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 184 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
