2009 Honda Element vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Element | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
