2006 Honda Element vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 350 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |