2007 Honda Element vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Element | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
