2007 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
