2006 Honda Element vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 315 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 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Routan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |