2010 Honda Element vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 329 kg more than 2010 Honda Element.
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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Element | 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Element | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
