2006 Honda Element vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 BMW X3.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Element | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
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 | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |