2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Element |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
