2006 Honda Element vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini One would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mini One weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini One. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2002 Mini One | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Element | One |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |