2008 Honda Element vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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 2003 Rover City. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City 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 Rover City | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Element | City |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |