2009 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Insight | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
