2004 Honda Element vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 6 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.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 BMW 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Element | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
