2007 Honda Element vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 3 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide 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. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Honda | Aston Martin |
| Model | Element | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
