2007 Honda Element vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 4 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX.
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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2011 Acura RDX 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. 2011 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Element | RDX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |