2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Honda Element were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |