2006 Honda Element vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2004 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |