2008 Honda Element vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Stavic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Stavic would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Element | Stavic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |