2004 Honda Element vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Element | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
