2007 Honda Element vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche GT2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Element | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
