2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Element | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
