2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | CR-V | 123 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
