2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 177 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
