1999 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 740 | Element |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |