2001 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
