2006 Honda Element vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor 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 68 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Condor |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1360 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |