2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 43 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
