2004 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | CR-V | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |