2006 Honda Element vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 30 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.
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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Element | EDGE |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |