2004 Honda Element vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 417 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Element | Pajero |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |