2007 Honda Element vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 687 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Element | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |