2007 Honda Element vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
