Suzuki XL7 vs. Honda Element Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Honda Element to the dealership as the Suzuki XL-7. Regarding MSRP, the XL-7 costs quite a bit more than the Honda Element.

Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Suzuki XL-7 over the Honda Element. Towing is markedly more the Suzuki XL-7's forte than it is the Honda's.

Comfort
Taller drivers will markedly enjoy the extra head room in the Honda Element's front cabin compared to the XL-7. The ampler interior dimensions of the Honda make it substantially roomier for your passengers than the Suzuki.

Dimensions
The XL-7 is a little more ponderous than the Honda Element. The Honda Element's tank is roughly the same size as the Suzuki XL-7's, though the Suzuki XL-7's is a little larger. The Honda Element and the Suzuki compete for the same parking spaces. The Suzuki XL-7's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the flip side, the Honda Element may give a sprier feel in daily traffic.

Handling
With its front-wheel drive layout, the Honda Element likely has better traction in rain, snow or ice than the Suzuki XL-7; on the flip side, the Suzuki XL-7's rear-wheel drive layout likely provides better dry traction. The Suzuki XL-7 and the Honda Element have about similar tires. With its tighter turning circle, the Honda is definitely more maneuverable than the Suzuki XL-7, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the flip side, remember that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Honda Element and the Suzuki XL-7 have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Suzuki XL-7. Torque equals pickup, and the Suzuki XL-7 will have picked up and gone by the time the Honda Element finally gets moving.

Overview
The Suzuki XL-7 and the Honda Element have the same basic warranty.