2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 422 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Element | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |