1994 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 407 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Element |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
