2011 BMW 535 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 657 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 535 (406 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 535 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
