1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Life (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 31 L |