2004 Honda Element vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 739 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |