2006 Honda Element vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City 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 62 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2003 Honda City. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda City has manual transmission. 2003 Honda City 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 | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | City |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |