2005 Honda Element vs. 2007 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G6 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element.
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, 2007 Pontiac G6 (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2007 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 2007 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Element | G6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
