2008 Honda Element vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 827 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |