2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 907 kg more than 2003 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
