2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 444 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
