2004 Honda Element vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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 2012 Hyundai i30. 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | i30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
