1997 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 786 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Element |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
