2009 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
