2008 Honda Element vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 980 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2006 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Element | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |