2004 Honda Element vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 7 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 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 23 kg more 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | i40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |