2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 75 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |