2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Element | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
