2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 BMW 125

To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 670 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, 2006 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 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 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.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Element 2010 BMW 125
Make Honda BMW
Model Element 125
Year Released 2006 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 156 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 53 L


 

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