Car has sluggish performance?

Question

I am driving a 2004 Honda Element and it seems as if at times I am having trouble accelerating. I am unsure what might be causing it. My car's tires are old and I think need a little air, as well my check engine light has not come on. Can anyone give me some advice on this problem.

Answer 1

my advice is to take it to a shop and have it checked out. they have the diagnostic tools and so forth to identify the problem(s)

Answer 2

air up the tires.  change the oil.  have a tune up done.  change the airfilter.

if these don't work, take it to a garage...

Answer 3

Low air pressure in the tires and a dirty air filter could be likely culprits and easy fixes. It could also be time for a tune-up.  How closely do you follow the recommended maintenance schedule? If it were something malfunctioning, like a plugged catalytic converter, your check engine light would come on.  

Answer 4

if all of the following things hello has suggested has no effect you need to have your catalytic converter checked it could be clogged...