2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Voyager | Element |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |