2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 276 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Element | Charger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |