2003 BMW 645 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 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 61 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2003 BMW 645 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 645. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 645 | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
