2007 Honda Element vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |