2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda CR-V | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | CR-V | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |