2009 Honda Element vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Element | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3668 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1866 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |