2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 330 (500 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element. 2005 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
