2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 219 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 GT-R (588 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 GT-R | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | GT-R |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 588 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |