2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 2008 Honda CR-V
Make BMW Honda
Model 335 CR-V
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2354 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.7:1
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 58 L