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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 510 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
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 | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 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 |