2004 Honda Element vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (265 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Element | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
