2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 67 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Element | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |