1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 725 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Eagle Summit | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Eagle | Honda |
Model | Summit | Element |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |