2007 Honda Element vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 538 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | CR-V |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |