2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C8 | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4328 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |