2009 Honda Element vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (170 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Element | Alero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
