2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Odyssey | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |