2009 Honda Element vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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 2013 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Element | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
