2007 Honda Element vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus LS. 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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2006 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Element | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
