2007 Honda Element vs. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Rodeo would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo (250 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo.
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 Isuzu Rodeo (334 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Isuzu Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2004 Isuzu Rodeo | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Element | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
