2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 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 140 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
