1996 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Honda Element

To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 890 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Civic 2006 Honda Element
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic Element
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1790 mm


 

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