2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (217 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Life |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |