2006 Honda Element vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 310 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |