2005 Honda Element vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Element | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
