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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (322 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) 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 915 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 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2004 Hummer H2 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. 2004 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 121 L |
