2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 422 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 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |