2006 Honda Element vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 187 kg more than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Element | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
