2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 1 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Picasso | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |