2007 Honda Element vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 131 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Element | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
