2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 310 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
