2008 Honda Element vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 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 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Element | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
