2008 Honda Element vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |