2009 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
