2012 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-V. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 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 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 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.
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2012 BMW Z4 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z4 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |