2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 98 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 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |