2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Citroen C 15 (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
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 | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 58 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |