Honda CR-V vs Honda Element Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2009 catalog dimensions. Honda CR-V · Honda Element
- Length177.9 in
- Height66.1 in
- Wheelbase103.1 in
- Curb weight3,389 lb – 3,549 lb
- Width71.6 in
- Honda Element width71.6 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Honda Element is 7.8 in shorter (177.9 in vs 170.2 in)
- Width: essentially the same
- Height: Honda Element is 3.9 in taller (66.1 in vs 70.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Honda CR-V has a 1.7 in longer wheelbase (103.1 in vs 101.4 in)
- Curb weight: Honda Element is 101 lb heavier (3,469 lb vs 3,570 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Height: Honda Element is 3.9 in taller (66.1 in vs 70.0 in)
- Length: Honda Element is 7.8 in shorter (177.9 in vs 170.2 in)
- Curb weight: Honda Element is 101 lb heavier (3,469 lb vs 3,570 lb)
- Wheelbase: Honda CR-V has a 1.7 in longer wheelbase (103.1 in vs 101.4 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageHonda Element — Honda Element is shorter by 7.8 in Check garage fit for Honda CR-V · garage fit for Honda Element
- Smaller exterior footprintHonda Element — Based on length × width (Honda Element)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Honda CR-V | Honda Element | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 177.9 in | 170.2 in | 7.8 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 71.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 70.0 in | 3.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 101.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.6 in | — |
| Curb weight | 3,469 lb | 3,570 lb | 101 lb |
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