1996 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura Integra. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Integra | Element |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |