2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |