2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Taurus (250 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
