2006 Honda Element vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4

To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Element 2008 Suzuki SX4
Make Honda Suzuki
Model Element SX4
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 156 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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