2008 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 507 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 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
