2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 821 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |