2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Life |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
