2004 Honda Element vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 8 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (156 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | B |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2699 mm |
