2007 Honda Element vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 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, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato. 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 2012 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Element | Ducato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |