2004 Honda Element vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |