2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 578 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 1412 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
