2009 Honda Element vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport 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 40 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Element | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
