2004 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. 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 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Freestar | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |