2007 Honda Element vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |