2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Element | Caliber |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |