2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 104 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Tacuma | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
