2007 Honda Element vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
