2008 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |