2004 Honda Element vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 4 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. Both 2004 Honda Element and 2008 Jeep Compass are equipped with a 2,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 318 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 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Element | Compass |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |