2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 6 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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, 2004 Ford Taurus (281 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
