2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Element |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |