2007 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Epica and 2007 Honda Element were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Epica | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Epica | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
