2006 Toyota Tazz vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 421 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tazz | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Tazz | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
