2008 Honda Element vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Element | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |