2009 Honda Element vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Element | Reno |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |