2004 Honda Element vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 402 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (220 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
