2009 Honda Element vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 96 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |