2004 Honda Element vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 223 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Marcia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |