2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
