2004 Honda Element vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 403 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Almera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
