2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Vanquish | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
