2006 Honda Element vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 6 series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Element | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
