2009 Honda Element vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 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 2010 BMW Z4. 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Element | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |