2007 Ford Territory vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, both 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Territory is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Territory | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Territory | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2354 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |