2004 Honda Element vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 304 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.
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, 2011 Citroen C6 (290 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Element | C6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
