2007 Honda Element vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
