2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Honda Element were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |