2009 Honda Element vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Element | B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
