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 |