1994 Eagle Summit vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Summit 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 55 more horse power than 1994 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1994 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Eagle Summit weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Eagle Summit. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Eagle | Honda |
| Model | Summit | Element |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 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 | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
