Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda Element | Scion tC | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 106.3 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 174.0 in | -4.1 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 69.1 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 55.7 in | 14.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3499 lb. | 2970 lb. | 529 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 37.6 in | 5.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 54.3 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 53.2 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.6 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 50.0 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 47.3 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 33.6 in | 5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | 39.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |