2011 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-V. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 550 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
