2007 Honda Element vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Element | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
