2006 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
