1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 9 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Element |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
