2004 Honda Element vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 104 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Element | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
