2008 Honda Element vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 400 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 64 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 400. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 400. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 400 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 | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Element | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 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 | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
