2004 Honda Element vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 301 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Element | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
