2004 Honda Element vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (202 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 94 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 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Element | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
