2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
