2008 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 85 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 650 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 650. 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 650 (490 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 650 | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
