2004 Honda Element vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 873 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 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Patrol |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |