2004 Honda Element vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 347 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Element | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
