2007 Honda Element vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Micra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |