2004 Honda Element vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. 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 2002 Lexus SC. 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Element | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
