1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 186 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Cresta | Element |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |