2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 335 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |
