2008 Honda Element vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | MK II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
