2009 Honda Element vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 2004 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
