2006 Honda Element vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |