2008 Honda Element vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Altima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |