2004 Honda Element vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 919 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Element | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |