2006 Honda Element vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 965. 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Element | 965 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
