1993 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen BX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen BX | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Life |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |