2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 177 kg more than 2010 Citroen C6.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Element | C6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
