2009 Honda Element vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2009 Honda Element and 2007 Honda Accord are equipped with a 2,354 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |