2008 Honda Element vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One 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 92 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 936 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2003 Mini One has manual transmission. 2003 Mini One 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 | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Element | One |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
