2008 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | Crosstour |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3471 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |