2004 Honda Element vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari 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 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 18 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 383 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Safari 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Safari 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 | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Element | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |