2004 Honda Element vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 73 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
