2008 Honda Element vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, both 2008 Honda Element and 2008 Ferrari F430 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2008 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Honda | Ferrari |
Model | Element | F430 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |