2007 Honda Element vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 480 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 1996 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Element | LX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
