2004 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Frontera | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
