2009 Honda Element vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 4 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 296 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Coupe has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Coupe 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 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Element | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |