| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | BMW 7-Series | Honda Element | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in | 101.4 in | 21.8 in |
| Length | 203.9 in | 169.9 in | 34 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 71.6 in | 3.3 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 70.4 in | -11.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4552 lb. | 3515 lb. | 1037 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.3 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 7.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 43.3 in | -4.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 57.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 52.2 in | 6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.6 in | -47.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 43.4 in | 39.1 in | 4.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 84.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.0 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.0 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 | -56.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 BMW 7-Series.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Honda Element.