2007 Honda Element vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
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 @ 400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
