Can a Honda Element keep up with a Mazda 3 on the highway?

The Honda Element is a 2003 4wd with an automatic and the 2006 Mazda 3i touring sedan is a 5 speed manual. My question is how would a good driver in the Honda Element do against a good driver trying to get away in a Mazda 3? Assuming both cars are in good mechanical condition.

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