2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 910 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C-Airdream | Element |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1900 kg |
