2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
