2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | RAV4 | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |