2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 381 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 218 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |