Honda CR-Z vs. Honda Element
$20,295
$20,825
Highlights
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$20,295
|
$20,825
|
| Engine Type |
Gas/Electric I-4
|
Gas I4
|
| Combined MPGe |
34 - 37
|
Not available
|
| MPG |
Not available
|
20 City / 25 Hwy
|
| Horsepower |
130 hp
|
166 hp
|
| Drive Type |
Front Wheel Drive
|
Front Wheel Drive
|
| Seating Capacity |
2
|
4
|
| Basic Warranty |
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
3 yr / 36,000 mi
|
Engine
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
130 @ 6000
|
166 @ 5800
|
| Displacement |
1.5 L/91
|
2.4L/144
|
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
140 @ 1000
|
161 @ 4000
|
| Engine Type |
Gas/Electric I-4
|
Gas I4
|
| Transmission Options |
|
|
| MPG |
31 City / 38 Hwy
|
20 City / 25 Hwy
|
| Total Cooling System Capacity |
N/A
|
7.5 qts
|
Tires & Wheels
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Wheel Size |
16 X 6 in
|
16 x -TBD- in
|
| Rear Wheel Size |
16 X 6 in
|
16 x -TBD- in
|
| Front Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Steel
|
| Spare Tire Size |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Tire Size |
P195/55VR16
|
P215/70R16
|
| Spare Wheel Size |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Spare Wheel Material |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Rear Tire Size |
P195/55VR16
|
P215/70R16
|
| Rear Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Steel
|
Suspension
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
Torsion Beam
|
w/Coil Springs
|
| Suspension Type - Front |
Strut
|
MacPherson strut
|
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) |
Strut
|
w/Coil Springs
|
| Suspension Type - Rear |
Torsion Beam
|
Double Wishbone
|
Steering
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Steering Type |
Rack-Pinion
|
Pwr Rack & Pinion
|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) |
N/A
|
3
|
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
N/A
|
16
|
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
34 ft
|
35 ft
|
Measurements
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings |
Not available
|
N/A
|
| Front Head Room |
37 in
|
43 in
|
| Passenger Volume |
49 ft³
|
104 ft³
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 |
Not available
|
Not Available in
|
| Passenger Capacity |
2
|
4
|
| Trunk Volume |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 |
Not available
|
N/A
|
| Second Hip Room |
N/A
|
48 in
|
| Front Shoulder Room |
54 in
|
57 in
|
| Second Head Room |
N/A
|
38 in
|
| Second Leg Room |
N/A
|
39 in
|
| Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 |
Not available
|
N/A
|
| Track Width, Front |
60 in
|
62 in
|
| Rear Door Opening Height |
Not available
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 |
Not available
|
25 ft³
|
| Wheelbase |
96 in
|
101 in
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 |
Not available
|
75 ft³
|
| Track Width, Rear |
60 in
|
62 in
|
| Cargo Area Width @ Beltline |
Not available
|
N/A
|
| Min Ground Clearance |
N/A
|
7 in
|
| Front Hip Room |
52 in
|
55 in
|
| Width, Max w/o mirrors |
69 in
|
72 in
|
| Length, Overall |
162 in
|
170 in
|
| Front Leg Room |
43 in
|
41 in
|
| Height, Overall |
55 in
|
70 in
|
| Second Shoulder Room |
N/A
|
52 in
|
| Liftover Height |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Box (Area) Height |
Not available
|
N/A
|
| Rear Door Opening Width |
Not available
|
N/A
|
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 |
Not available
|
Not Available ft³
|
| Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up |
25 ft³
|
Not available
|
| Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down |
N/A
|
Not available
|
Weight & Capacity
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
1,500 lbs
|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
11 gal
|
16 gal
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
150 lbs
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
225 lbs
|
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
1,500 lbs
|
| Base Curb Weight |
2,648 lbs
|
3,515 lbs
|
Safety
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Brake Assist |
Not available
|
Standard
|
| Stability Control |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Backup Camera |
Standard
|
Not available
|
Entertainment
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth® |
Standard
|
Not available
|
Electrical
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
N/A
|
105
|
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
340
|
440
|
Brakes
| 2016 Honda CR-Z | 2011 Honda Element | |
|---|---|---|
| Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel
|
4-Wheel
|
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
N/A
|
Not Available
|
| Brake Type |
4-Wheel Disc
|
Pwr
|
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
11 in
|
11.1 x -TBD- in
|
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
11 in
|
11.1 x -TBD- in
|
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
FAQ
Which is more reliable, the 2016 Honda CR-Z or the 2011 Honda Element?
The 2016 Honda CR-Z and the 2011 Honda Element are equally reliable according to Cars.com consumers, with a reliability rating of 4.9.
Which car is cheaper, the 2016 Honda CR-Z or the 2011 Honda Element?
The 2016 Honda CR-Z is cheaper than the 2011 Honda Element with a $20,295 starting MSRP versus a $20,825 starting MSRP.
Similar cars for sale
-
Chevrolet Sonic for sale
98 Great Deals out of 502 listings starting at $799
-
Chevrolet Spark for sale
123 Great Deals out of 557 listings starting at $1,999
-
Honda Fit for sale
196 Great Deals out of 790 listings starting at $3,000
-
Honda Insight for sale
42 Great Deals out of 253 listings starting at $3,791
-
Hyundai Accent for sale
141 Great Deals out of 531 listings starting at $950
-
Subaru BRZ for sale
70 Great Deals out of 367 listings starting at $9,000
-
Chevrolet Cobalt for sale
8 Great Deals out of 84 listings starting at $799
-
Honda CR-V for sale
3853 Great Deals out of 17460 listings starting at $1,800
-
Honda CR-Z for sale
9 Great Deals out of 45 listings starting at $4,595
-
Kia Sedona for sale
132 Great Deals out of 467 listings starting at $1,500
-
Scion xB for sale
30 Great Deals out of 125 listings starting at $2,400
-
Scion xD for sale
8 Great Deals out of 45 listings starting at $3,372