2008 Honda Element vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Element | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |