2008 Honda Element vs. 2001 Peugeot Vroomster
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot Vroomster 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 78 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. 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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster. (214 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot Vroomster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2001 Peugeot Vroomster | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | Vroomster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| 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 | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
