2007 Honda Element vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 626 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |