2003 Honda Element vs. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo (250 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo (334 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Isuzu Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Element | 2004 Isuzu Rodeo | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Element | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
