2008 Honda Element vs. 2005 Ford Ecosport
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ecosport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ecosport 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) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ecosport. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ecosport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2005 Ford Ecosport | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Ecosport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 143 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4228 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
