2008 Honda Element vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain.
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, 2010 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Element | Terrain |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |