2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4.
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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
