wow you said a lot lol
I would have to say your facts are a little off in the fact that the element is a superior
car If you look at all the reports out there the xb comes out on top.
Price
handling
looks
insurance
braking
buying experience
inside headroom
Radio
mpg
and TOYOTA brand need i say more
and all the after market parts available
Club support, and a large market of forums
I have had my box for over a year now and have used it to pick up
a washer and dryer, a small fridge, I also show it in car shows, and have joined 2 car clubs
and have more support and freinds then I will ever need with this car. good deals and good times these are just my thoughts and thats it but do check into the real car comparisons on these two cars the xb comes out on top and is rated #1 in small car top ten.you can see my car at this site check it out. I also traded a truck in for this car a F150 extra cab 2002
http://my.prostreetonline.com/member/mybadbox/