2006 Honda Element vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Element | Cruze |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1797 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |