2006 Honda Element vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 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 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Element | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |