2009 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, both 2009 BMW 118 and 2009 Honda Element were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118.
Because 2009 BMW 118 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 2009 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 118 | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |