2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |