2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2010 Proton Gen-2 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 48 more horse power than 2010 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Element | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
