1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Life |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |