2007 Honda Element vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Element | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2154 mm |