2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
