2008 Honda Element vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Element | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |