2012 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (350 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 528 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
