2004 Honda Element vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
