2005 Honda Element vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V. 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
