2004 Honda Element vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 148 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |