2008 Honda Element vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Honda Element and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Element | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |