2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 631 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.
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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Element | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
