2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Honda Element.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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.
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2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Outlander | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |