2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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 550 (609 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 550 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 550 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Element | 550 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
