2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Element | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |