2006 Honda Element vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 52 kg more than 2011 BMW 730.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 730. 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Element | 730 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |