1997 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 122 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen AX. 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, 1997 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen AX | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | Life |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |