2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 576 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2576 mm |
