2008 Honda Element vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Element | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
