2007 Honda Element vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia 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 92 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 985 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Element | Felicia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |