2011 Honda Element vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
When comparing the 2011 Honda Element's and the 2011 Honda CR-V's specifications and ratings, The 2011 Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2011 Honda Element's and the 2011 Honda CR-V's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Honda CR-V is a better car than the 2011 Honda Element.
2011 Honda Element vs. 2011 Honda CR-V Pricing
A used 2011 Honda Element ranges from $8,431 to $21,017 while a used 2011 Honda CR-V is priced between $7,399 to $15,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2011 Honda Element’s base engine makes 166 horsepower, and the 2011 Honda CR-V base engine makes 180 horsepower. The Element is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 398 miles. The CR-V is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 428 miles. This gives the 2011 Honda CR-V the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2011 Honda Element. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2011 Honda CR-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2011 Honda Element has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2011 Honda CR-V has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8431 - 21017
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7399 - 15995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.364769
Honda Element Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda CR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.098742 / 10
Reliability:
8.996227 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda Element Rankings
Not yet available
Honda CR-V Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 66Ranking
1 out of / 66Ranking
1 out of / 56Ranking
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2 out of / 19Ranking
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9 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 56Ranking
10 out of / 56Ranking
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16 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 56Ranking
25 out of / 66Ranking
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41 out of / 66Ranking
43 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2011 Honda Element Trim Levels
EX, LX
2011 Honda CR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi, LX, SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
166 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
318 / 398 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 428 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
25.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
35.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3515 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
169.9 inches
Wheelbase:
101.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3386 lbs
Width:
71.6 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
179.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R17