2004 Honda Element vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Element | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |