2007 Honda Element vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda HR-V 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 53 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2000 Honda HR-V 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 | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
