2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |