2008 Honda Element vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2648 mm |
