2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Element |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |