2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2010 Cadillac SRX 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. 2010 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Element | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
