2006 Honda Element vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
