2008 Honda Element vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 15.5 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
