2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Aygo 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 673 kg more than 2010 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Aygo. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
