2004 Honda Element vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.

Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Element 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Honda Nissan
Model Element Pathfinder
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 391 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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