2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2003 Honda Element. 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 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2003 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
