2008 Honda Element vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2008 Honda Element and 2008 Honda S2000 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 140 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.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |