2004 Honda Element vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| 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 | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
