2006 Honda Element vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Delta 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 542 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler Delta. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Delta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Element | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 Weight | 853 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
