2007 Honda Element vs. 1995 Ford Aspire

To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Element 1995 Ford Aspire
Make Honda Ford
Model Element Aspire
Year Released 2007 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 166 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 37 L