2008 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 335 (400 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
