2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 120 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |