2004 Honda Element vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 13 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Element | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
