2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Honda Element

To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Honda Element were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2007 Honda Element
Make Audi Honda
Model A4 Element
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2354 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm


 

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