2011 Honda Element vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 339 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. 2011 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Element | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Element | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
