2008 Honda Element vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 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 103 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | 1400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |