2004 Honda Element vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 488 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 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Element | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
