2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 298 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tracker | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |