2008 Honda Element vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Element | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
