1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1989 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Element |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |