2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Honda Element were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |