2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |