2008 Honda Element vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Justy. (99 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Subaru Justy. 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Justy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |