2006 Honda Element vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 617 kg more than 2006 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Element | S-10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |