2008 BMW 135 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, both 2008 BMW 135 and 2008 Honda Element were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Because 2008 BMW 135 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 2008 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 135 | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
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 | 300 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |