2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 367 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.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-9. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
