1996 Ford Tracer vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 984 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tracer | Element |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
