2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 164 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
