2007 Honda Element vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius. 2006 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |