2004 Honda Element vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Element | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
