2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 83 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | CR-V | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
