2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 162 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 2010 BMW 335. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Element | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
