2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Honda Element were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
