2001 Honda Life 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 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 765 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
