2007 Honda Element vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Element | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
