2001 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Audi A4 (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
