2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |