2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 122 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |