2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
