2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Element |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |