2004 Honda Element vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 784 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (441 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 99 L |