1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 509 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Xantia (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Life |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
