2007 Honda Element vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Honda Element and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Element | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |