2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 801 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | FR-V | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1449 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |