2003 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord 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 (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
