| Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | |
| Model | Honda HR-V | Honda Element | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 OHC-4v 141 hp@6500 127 lb-ft@4300 |
2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 101.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Length | 170.4 in | 169.9 in | 0.5 in |
| Width | 69.8 in | 71.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 63.2 in | 70.4 in | -7.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3048 lb. | 3645 lb. | -597 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 43.3 in | -3.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 57.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.0 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 52.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.4 in | 47.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.3 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.8 ft3 | 74.6 ft3 | -15.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Honda HR-V.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.