2006 Honda Element vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 347 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Element | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |