2004 Honda Element vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 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), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 429 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Element | SRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
