2004 Honda Element vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Element | Orlando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |