2006 Honda Element vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Honda Element and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MPV weights approximately 563 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.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MPV. 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 Mazda MPV (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | MPV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |