2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |