2004 Honda Element vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 711 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Element | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
