2004 Honda Element vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (504 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 776 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 504 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
