2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (325 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 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 GMC Sierra (502 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
