2004 Honda Element vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Element | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
