2007 Honda Element vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3270 mm |