2007 Honda Element vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 754 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |