2004 Element Specifications
ENGINEERING
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Engine TypeIn-Line 4-Cylinder In-Line 4-Cylinder In-Line 4-Cylinder 
Engine Block/Cylinder HeadAluminum-Alloy Aluminum-Alloy Aluminum-Alloy 
Displacement (cc)2354 2354 2354 
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)160 @ 5500 160 @ 5500 160 @ 5500 
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)161 @ 4500 161 @ 4500 161 @ 4500 
Redline (rpm)6500 6500 6500 
Bore and Stroke (mm)87 x 99 87 x 99 87 x 99 
Compression Ratio 9.7: 1 9.7: 1 9.7: 1 
Valve Train16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® 16-Valve DOHC i-VTEC® 
Multi-Point Fuel Injection• • •  
Drivetrain2WD or Real Time™ 4-Wheel Drive 2WD or Real Time™ 4-Wheel Drive 2WD or Real Time™ 4-Wheel Drive 
CARB Emissions RatingLEV-2 LEV-2 LEV-2 
Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer• • • 
110,000-Mile Tune-Up Interval• • • 
TRANSMISSION
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5-Speed Manual Transmission• • • 
4-Speed Automatic Transmission (available)• • • 
BODY/SUSPENSION/CHASSIS
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Unit-Body Construction• • • 
Control-Link MacPherson Strut Front Suspension• • • 
Compact Double Wishbone Rear Suspension• • • 
Stabilizer Bar (mm., front/rear) 30.0 / 21.0 30.0 / 21.0 30.0 / 21.0 
Variable-Assist Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering• • • 
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock3.26 3.26 3.26 
Steering Ratio16.2 16.2 16.2 
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.)34.9 34.9 34.9 
Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.)11.1 / 11.1 11.1 / 11.1 11.1 / 11.1 
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)    • 
Electronic Brake Distribution System (EBD)    • 
Wheels 16" Styled Steel 16" Styled Steel 16" Alloy 
All-Season TiresP215 / 70 R16 99S P215 / 70 R16 99S P215 / 70 R16 99S 
INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS
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Headroom (in., front/rear)43.3 / 38.0 43.3 / 38.0 43.3 / 38.0 
Legroom (in., front/rear)41.0 / 39.1 41.0 / 39.1 41.0 / 39.1 
Shoulder Room (in., front/rear)57.1 / 52.2 57.1 / 52.2 57.1 / 52.2 
Hiproom (in., front/rear)55.0 / 47.6 55.0 / 47.6 55.0 / 47.6 
Cargo Volume (cu. ft., behind 2nd-row; 2WD/4WD)25.1 / 25.9 25.1 / 25.9 25.1 / 25.9 
Cargo Volume (cu. ft., maximum; 2WD/4WD)74.6 / 77.1 74.6 / 77.1 74.6 / 77.1 
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.; 2WD/4WD)103.6 / 105.4 103.6 / 105.4 103.6 / 105.4 
Seating Capacity4 4 4 
EXTERIOR MEASUREMENTS
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Wheelbase (in.) 101.4 101.4 101.4 
Length (in.)169.3 169.3 169.3 
Height (in.)70.4 70.4 70.4 
Width (in.)71.5 71.5 71.5 
Track (in., front/rear) 62.1 / 62.3 62.1 / 62.3 62.1 / 62.3 
Minimum Ground Clearance (in.)6.9 6.9 6.9 
Approach/Departure Angles (degrees)25.8 / 27.8 25.8 / 27.8 25.8 / 27.8 
Curb Weight (lbs., 2WD MT/2WD AT) 3331 / 3389 3371 / 3429 3391 / 3441 
Curb Weight (lbs., 4WD MT/4WD AT) 3468 / 3525 3508 / 3565 3527 / 3578 
Weight Distribution (%, front/rear; 2WD)58 / 42 58 / 42 58 / 42 
Weight Distribution (%, front/rear; 4WD)56 / 44 58 / 42 56 / 44 
Towing Capacity (lbs.)1500 1500 1500 
EPA MILEAGE ESTIMATES/CAPACITIES*
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5-Speed Manual (City/Highway; 2WD)21 / 26 21 / 26 21 / 26 
4-Speed Automatic (City/Highway; 2WD)22 / 26 22 / 26 22 / 26 
5-Speed Manual (City/Highway; 4WD)21 / 24 21 / 24 21 / 24 
4-Speed Automatic (City/Highway; 4WD)21 / 24 21 / 24 21 / 24 
Crankcase (qt.)5.6 5.6 5.6 
Coolant System (qt., MT/AT) 7.6 / 7.5 7.6 / 7.5 7.6 / 7.5 
Fuel (gal.)15.9 15.9 15.9 
Required FuelRegular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded 
EXTERIOR FEATURES
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Removable Skylight with Tilt Feature4WD models only 4WD models only 4WD models only 
Side Cargo Doors• • • 
2-Speed/Intermittent Windshield Wipers• • • 
Rear Window Wiper/Washer• • • 
Roof-Mounted Antenna• • • 
Remote Entry SystemAvailable Available • 
Dual Side Mirrors• • Power 
Composite Body PanelsGray Gray Metallic Gray 
Green-Tinted Glass• • • 
Rear Privacy Glass• • • 
Clamshell Tailgate• • • 
Alloy Wheels    • 
Multi-Reflector Halogen Headlights• • • 
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
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Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System  • • 
Power Front Windows with Auto-Up/Down Driver's Window• • • 
Rear Ventilation Windows• • • 
Power Door and Tailgate Locks• • • 
Cruise Control    • 
Adjustable Steering Column• • • 
Instrument Panel-Mounted Shifter• • • 
Lower Instrument Panel Storage Compartment• •  
Passenger-Side Vanity Mirror    • 
Sliding Sun Visor Extensions• • • 
Overhead Storage Compartment    • 
Map Lights    • 
Dome Light• • • 
Urethane-Coated Utility Floor• • • 
Beverage Holders, Front (3) and Rear (2)• • • 
12-Volt Accessory Outlets, Front and RearFront Front • 
Door-Pocket Storage Bins, Rear with Bottle Holders• • • 
Passenger-Side Seatback Pocket    • 
Driver-Side Seatback Bungees, Front and Rear    • 
Rear Window Defroster• • • 
Rear-Seat Heater Ducts• • • 
Cargo Area Tie-Down Anchors (4)• • • 
Cargo Area Storage Bins• • • 
Cargo Area Hooks (2)• • • 
Cargo Area Light• • • 
SEATING
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Driver's Seat with Manual Height Adjustment• • • 
Waterproof FXC (Fabric for Extreme Conditions) Seat FabricFront Front Front and Rear 
Adjustable Head Restraints, Front and Rear• • • 
Driver and Passenger-Side Armrests    • 
Removable, Flip-Up Rear Seats• • • 
Fold-Flat-Capable Seating• • • 
AUDIO SYSTEM
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270-Watt AM/FM/CD Audio System with 7 Speakers including Subwoofer    • 
AM/FM/CD Audio System with 4 Speakers and Clock  •  
MP3/Digital Media Auxiliary Jack    • 
INSTRUMENTATION
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Tachometer• • • 
Digital Odometer and Digital Trip Meters (2)• • • 
Tailgate-Open Indicator Light• • • 
Fuel and Coolant Temperature Gauges• • • 
Low-Fuel Indicator Light• • • 
Low-Oil-Pressure Indicator Light• • • 
SAFETY
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3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions• • • 
Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System• • • 
Adjustable Seat Belt Anchors• • • 
Dual-Stage Front Airbags (SRS)• • • 
Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS)    Available 
Side-Impact Door Beams• • • 
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)• • • 
Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System• • • 
*Based on 2004 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary.