2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |