2004 Honda Element vs. 2004 MG ZR
To start off, both 2004 Honda Element and 2004 MG ZR were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 51 more horse power than 2004 MG ZR. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 442 kg more than 2004 MG ZR. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZR. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZR. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 MG ZR has manual transmission. 2004 MG ZR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2004 MG ZR | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Element | ZR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
