2003 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 545 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 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 545 | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
