2008 Honda Element vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Honda Element and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 166 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1668 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |