2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ariel | Honda |
| Model | Atom | Element |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
