2006 Honda Element vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 799 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2008 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
