2004 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. 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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |