2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | GT-R | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 481 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
