2006 Honda Element vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |