2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Honda Element.
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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |