2007 Honda Element vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 852 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Element | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
