2008 Honda Element vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
