2009 Honda Element vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki X90. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki X90. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki X90 has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki X90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Element | X90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
