2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1604 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |