2004 Honda Element vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2004 Honda Element and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (640 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Element | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 476 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 640 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 89 L |