2007 Honda Element vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 433 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |