2008 BMW 523 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 523 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 523 | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
