2004 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, both 2004 Ford Maverick and 2004 Honda Element were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick 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 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
