2004 Honda Element vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 Maxima
Make Honda Nissan
Model Element Maxima
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 346 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1537 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 76 L


 

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