2008 BMW 650 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 650 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
