2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | CR-V | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |