2003 Honda Element vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element 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 8 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Element | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |