2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 367 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2005 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2005 Honda Element | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Fiorino | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |