2004 Honda Element vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 3 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia K2700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Element | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
