2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Equinox | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |