2004 Honda Element vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa.
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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
