Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Fit | Honda Element | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 OHC-4v 109 hp@5800 105 lb-ft@4800 |
2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,451 mm | 2,576 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,998 mm | 4,300 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,681 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,524 mm | 1,788 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,121 kg | 1,587 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 41 L | 60 L | -19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,341 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,300 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 965 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,285 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,295 mm | 1,209 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 856 mm | 993 mm | -137 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,920 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 603 L | 736 L | -133 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,186 L | 2,183 L | -1 L |
2007 Honda Fit Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Works for me, this is personal see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
so spacious,i like the compartement in the dashboard,in front of the transmission lever. see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
so spacious.indeed. see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Two large adults fit well see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear-facing child seat fits inside with room to spare for the front seats. Easier to get in and out of (and get children in and out of) than larger cars due to design of the body and door. see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Roomier than I thought for a subcompacy see full Honda Fit review |
2007 Honda Fit Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Small. Ok for 2 kids but not adequate for 3. (or at least my 3...) see full Honda Fit review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Smaller than the Scion xB. see full Honda Fit review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
No seat height adjustment makes my bad back scream on longer drives. No lumbar support. see full Honda Fit review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The seats are reasonably comfortable but there is insufficient lumbar support. If you are middle-aged or older and have lower back trouble you may be uncomfortable on drives over 1-2 hours. There is no height adjustment for the drivers seat. see full Honda Fit review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Zero lumbar support results in a sore back on longer trips. see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No dead pedal. Awkward accelerator pedal. see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
We don't think there would be room for two rear-facing car seats in the back, and I frequently have to sit in the back to let larger people sit in the front seat. see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Driver armrest is uncomfortable. lack of an inside arm rest see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plain and simply uncomfortable see full Honda Fit review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too small for passengers see full Honda Fit review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Honda Element.