1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 574 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Element |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2576 mm |
