2004 Honda Element vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 806 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 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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 Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |