2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 3 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Element | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
