2006 Honda Element vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Nissan Primera. 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, 2006 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Primera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |