2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 463 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | CR-V | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
