1996 Citroen AX vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 962 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen AX | 2003 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | Element |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |