2003 Honda Element vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 10 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1026 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti QX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Element | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Element | QX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3075 mm |
