2008 Honda Element vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
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 Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Commercial |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |