2007 Honda Element vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 425 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Element | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
