2009 Honda Element vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic 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 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Element | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
