2008 Honda Element vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 2011 Porsche Panamera
Make Honda Porsche
Model Element Panamera
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2918 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L


 

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