1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 955 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Element |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
