2006 Honda Element vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Element | Rexton |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |