2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 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), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 658 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 2004 Citroen C5. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |