2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 384 kg more than 2011 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |