2005 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 760 | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
