2004 Honda Element vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 278 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 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Element | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |