2006 Honda Element vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 552 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Element | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |