1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Saxo (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Saxo | Life |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
