2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 518 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Element | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |