2004 Honda Element vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 224 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Multivan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |