2009 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 730 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.4 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 | 1865 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |