2009 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V.

Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V. 2001 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 328 2001 Honda CR-V
Make BMW Honda
Model 328 CR-V
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.6
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.6 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 10 L/100km