2008 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 446 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
