2006 Honda Element vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Element | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |