2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 801 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
