2008 Honda Element vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Element | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
