2010 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 550 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 2010 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 550 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 550 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |