2006 Honda Element vs. 2004 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hummer H2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hummer H2 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (316 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1828 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Hummer H2 (488 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2004 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Element | H2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 121 L |
