2005 Honda Element vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS 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 2011 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Element | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
