1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1527 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |