2004 Honda Element vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | 350Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 354 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |