2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 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. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |