2004 Honda Element vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Honda Element and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. 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 (218 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
