2009 Honda Element vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 2 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | NP300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |