2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso 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 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
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 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Picasso | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |