Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Honda Element | Pontiac Montana SV6 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5600 216 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 121.1 in | -19.7 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 205.6 in | -35.7 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 72.0 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 72.0 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3515 lb. | 4376 lb. | -861 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -9.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 39.8 in | 3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.9 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 61.2 in | -9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 0.0 in | 47.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.9 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -34.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 25.1 | 74.5 ft3 | -49.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -61.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Honda Element.
2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are very comfortable and roomy compared to the Chrysler Town and Country see full Pontiac Montana SV6 review |