2007 Honda Element vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign 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. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
