2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 317 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Blackhawk | Element |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2580 mm |
