2008 Honda Element vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
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 Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 504 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 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |