2008 Honda Element vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Lexus LS.
Because 2007 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Element | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
