2004 Honda Element vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 5 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Element | Touran |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |