2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2003 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |