2003 Honda Element vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2003 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Element | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Element | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
