2008 Honda Element vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 77 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Paseo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |