2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |