2008 Honda Element vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 71 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 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Element | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |