2008 Honda Element vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Element | EDGE |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |