2004 Honda Element vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. Both 2004 Honda Element and 2002 Toyota Previa are equipped with a 2,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 Toyota Previa.
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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
