2004 Honda Element vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 8 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) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Element | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
