2004 Honda Element vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1815 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 191 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 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |