2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 437 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 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |