2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 8 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 858 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 2006 Citroen C8. 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C8 | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |