2000 Ford Equator vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 422 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Equator | Element |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2630 mm |
