2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
