2006 Honda Element vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZR would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZR weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. 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 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Element | ZR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
