2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | C-MAX | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
