2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |