2004 Honda Element vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 70 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 2006 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Element | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
