2009 Honda Element vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1404 mm |