2008 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 328.
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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 230 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |