2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2576 mm |
