2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element. 2005 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Colorado | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |