1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |