2007 Honda Element vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2007 Honda Element and 2007 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. 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 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Subaru Outback 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. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |